EveryChristmas brings several traditionsthat almost everyone experiences: shopping for impossible-to-find presents, traveling to see relatives you barely know or tolerate, watching live sports while digesting unhealthy food, andwatchingA Christmas Storyon a constant, eternal loop.
For many Americans, watchingtheNational Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonyin Washington D.C. is one of the hallmarks of the holiday. Who doesn’t like watching a parade of performers, singers, and personalities gather around a tree in America’s capital? What makes this year’s lighting so special is that 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of the beloved event.
How can you watch the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for free?
TheNational Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonyspecial is a broadcast television staple and includes not only the tree lighting ceremony, but also musical performances. The event will again be available for free for anyone who has a TV set, an antenna, and clear reception. The ceremony will be broadcast this year onCBS. Check your local listings for the correct channel.
Where is the ceremony streaming?
If you are a cord-cutter or prefer a streaming option, don’t worry! There are plenty of options. TheNational Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonywill stream onParamount+.
While theNational Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonymay lure you to Paramount+, there aremany more shows and movies availableon the platform to make a subscription worth your while. Shows likeThe Good Fight,Star Trek: Discovery,Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, andThe Twilight Zoneand hit movies likeThe Lost City,Orphan: First Kill, andSonic the Hedgehog 2are just a few of the titles that you won’t want to miss.
When can you watch it?
TheNational Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonyspecial will be broadcast on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+ at tonight at8 p.m. ET. The program is scheduled to last two hours and end around 10 p.m. ET.
Watch the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Paramount+
Starting tomorrow, viewers can access the ceremony on CBS.com and Paramount+ at any time to enjoy the performances and highlights (which include President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden officially lighting the giant Christmas tree) over and over again.
How much does it cost?
you’re able to save money if you commit to a one-year subscription. An Essential annual subscription is $50 a year, while a Premium annual subscription is $100. You can also bundle the Paramount+ subscription with a Showtime subscription for $12 a month or $120 a year. You can head over to the website for more info on allParamount+ subscription plans.
Who will be at the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony?
A surprising number of stars and performers from all walks of life. The impressive guest list includes Academy Award-winning actress Ariana DeBose, Joss Stone, Andy Grammer, country music legend Shania Twain, The Estefans (including Gloria Estefan), Yolanda Adams, and “The President’s Own” United States Marching Band.
Walking us through this cavalcade of celebrities will be musician andNCIS: Los Angelesactor LL Cool J, who returns to host the event for a second time.
Get in the holiday spirit by watching the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony tonight!
